Ruth Uchechi
$10/hr
Executive Assistant/Virtual Assistant
- Reply rate:
- 50.0%
- Availability:
- Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
- Location:
- Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria
- Experience:
- 5 years
Standard Operating Procedure
SOP for Emergency Safety Protocols in Laboratory Setting
Scope: This SOP outlines procedures for handling emergencies in the laboratory to ensure
the safety of personnel, equipment, and the environment.
PURPOSE: To establish a systematic and different and efficient approach for responding to
emergencies, minimising risks, and safeguarding the well-being of all individuals in the
laboratory.
STAKEHOLDERS:
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Laboratory Personnel
Emergency response team (if applicable)
Safety officers
Management
RESPONSIBILITIES:
S/N
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Follow safety guidelines and protocols.
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Report emergencies immediately.
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Evacuate calmly to designated assembly
points.
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Provide safety training for all Lab team
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Assign specific roles during emergency
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Ensure proper use of protective equipment
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Conduct regular drills.
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Coordinate emergency responses.
UNIT / ROLE TITLE
Laboratory Personnel
1.
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3.
Principal Investigator
Emergency Response
Team
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Provide first aid if necessary.
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Ensure equipment compliance.
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Monitor and update emergency procedure
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Train personnel on safety protocols.
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Allocate resources for safety measures.
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Review and approve emergency protocols.
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Support ongoing safety training.
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5.
Safety Officers
Management
TOOLS:
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Emergency contact list
Fire extinguishers
Emergency exists
First aid kits
Safety showers and eyewash stations
PROCEDURES:
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Use fire extinguishers if safe to do so.
Include fire extinguisher inspection as part of routine safety checks.
Train designated personnel to visually inspect extinguishers for damage,
pressure levels and proper signage.
Contain the spill if possible without risking personal safety.
Train personnel on the proper use of spill response kits.
Ensure easily accessible spill response kits with appropriate materials for
cleaning up chemical spills.
Administer basic first aid if trained.
Secure sensitive equipment
Utilize emergency lighting.
Evacuate if necessary, following established exit routes.
Monitor weather alerts.
CONCLUSION: This SOP is subject to periodic review and updates to ensure its
effectiveness in addressing emerging safety concerns.
